Gorgeous gifts for baby’s first Christmas
Spoil bub this Christmas with sentimental trinkets, practical items or just plan beautiful toys.
When you have a new baby, firsts are important; first smile, first word, first step, first Christmas.
Baby won’t remember their first Christmas, but you certainly will, so make it special with these lovely presents for your little one to enjoy, plus keepsakes to start a lifetime of festive memories.
From sentimental gifts that can be cherished for years to come, to toys that will keep bub happy for hours – here are our picks of the best Christmas presents for baby’s first Christmas.
A PERSONALISED BOOK
Personalised First Christmas Baby Book, $49.95 (free AU shipping)
This illustrated book is the perfect gift to give to a baby for their first Christmas. The story follows a little polar bear and celebrates all of the ‘firsts’ that a baby experiences on their first Christmas. You can choose between one parent or two parents, and the illustrations and text adjusted accordingly.
A SNOOZY ESSENTIAL
ergoPouch Tiny Baby Cocoon Swaddle Bag 0.2 TOG, RRP $39.95
ergoPouch’s Tiny Baby Range has been designed to meet the specific sleep needs of small babies born between 2-3kg and up to 50cm, or or healthy pre-term babies (born 36+ weeks).
This zip-up swaddle is TOG rated to keep a small, healthy baby snug without the need for complicated wrapping. Being TOG-rated means that the 0.2 TOG can be used on its own from room temperatures 24°C with no blankets in the bassinet or cot, it makes a great first gift for a new parent.
SOMETHING TO WEAR (AND KEEP)
Personalised First Christmas Onesie, $37.95 (free AU shipping)
A personalised hand-lettered onesie is gorgeous way to commemorate your baby’s first summer Christmas – and we promise that you’ll want to keep it as you won’t believe how little they once were! Available in sizes 0-3 months, 6-12 months.
A TEETHING TOY
Cheeky Chew Toy, $17.95 sale ($29.95)
The Cheeky Chompers Comfort chew is designed by two mums. It is a comforting and stimulating ‘blankie’ that is bound to become bub’s favourite with colourful tags and chewable teether to soothe sore gums and encourage development. You can guarantee that this is a first Christmas gift that will get a of love!
A BATHTIME CUTIE
Koala Hooded Towel, RRP $39.99
Is there anything cuter than a baby wrapped in a hooded animal towel? The 350gsm terry towelling low twist yarn hooded towel from Adairs is a lovely gift for first Christmas gift for a newborn. Choose from koala, bunny or lion styles.
A MEMORY MAKER
Pig the Elf, RRP $17.99
Everyone’s favourite pug Pig is back to spread some Christmas cheer! A beautiful picture book is a great present idea for a little bub. Make sure you write a message inside the cover!
A GIFT THAT KEEPS ON… SWINGING
Little Tikes Swing, $49.00
What Aussie child didn’t have this swing growing up? The Little Tikes Snug N Secure2-In-1 Swing is a classic and for good reason – kids love it! Ideal for ages nine months to 48 months, making it a terrific gift.
A SPECIAL TRADITION
Annual Edition 2023 Star Ornament, $110
There are plenty of lovely ‘Baby’s first Christmas’ ornaments out there, but starting with a Swarovski keepsake ensures a lifetime of memories.
Ring in the holiday season with the Swarovski Annual Edition Ornament for 2023. The clear star is expertly crafted with 97 facets and is attached to a luscious green ribbon with a gold-tone plated tag, displaying the year and a single chaton
Note: this is not a toy.
A CLASSIC GIFT
Classic Baby Girl Baby Hamper, $104.95
This sweet hamper gift for a new baby is a quality gift that makes a sweet baby’s first Christmas present. An adorable rosebud bodysuit and matching topknot is accompanied by the classic, popular kids’ book Ten Little Fingers and Ten LIttle Toes.
A MAGICAL KEEPSAKE
Fairytale Cinderella Bookends, $217 sale (RRP $290)
This stunning Fairytale Cinderalla Bookends set from Royal Selangor make a gorgeous keepsake that’s ideal for a baby’s first Christmas present. The two pieces represent the princess’s magical coach and the pumpkin that it was made from, and both halves of this precious gift serve as a moneybox. It is made from lead-free non-contaminable pewter.
A NURSERY FAVOURITE
Lamb Rocker, $263.20 sale (RRP 329.00)
This adorable lamb rocker is the modern-day answer to the ol’ rocking horse. With it’s plush fur and beautiful wooden frame, this rocker will make a beautiful addition to a nursery and will last for years, as a toy and a keepsake.
A SNUGGLY PLAY MAT
Snuggle Me Penguin Tummy Time Gym, RRP $120.00
Five detachable rattle and teether toys encourage baby to reach, grasp and visually track movement, and a penguin mirror reflects babys image promoting self awareness.
The play gym makes a great present for a baby as it has removable gym arms for sit and play activities as well as an adorable seal pillow for soft and comfortable tummy time support.
